Firefighter Salary in Charlotte, NC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$54,718
Hourly Rate
$26.31
/hour
Jobs in Area
267
employed
Firefighter Salary Range in Charlotte, NC
Annual Salary Range
$35k
10th percentile
$45k
25th
$66k
75th
$79k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,591 | $16.63 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,818 | $21.55 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $54,718 | $26.31 |
| 75th Percentile | $66,387 | $31.92 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $79,338 | $38.14 |
| Average (Mean) | $58,199 | $27.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Firefighter salary in Charlotte, NC is $54,718 per year or $26.31 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Charlotte, NC Compares
vs National Average
$57,120
vs North Carolina Average
$57,719
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$55,664
Cost of living in Charlotte, NC is 1.7% below the national average.
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